Fostering Human Connection, Communication and Growth

Fostering Human Connection, Communication and Growth: Patricia Rossi had a rough start, overcoming a challenging childhood and dyslexia. Instead of discouraging her though, it fueled her flames of success an…

Becky Bortack: Mom, Widow, Songwriter, and Yogi

Becky Bortack: Mom, Widow, Songwriter, and Yogi: Becky Bortak, my guest today is a mom, a widow, a songwriter, and a Yogi who believes love conquers all. In today's unforgettable conversation we talk ab…

Jim Joseph: The Experience Effect

Jim Joseph: The Experience Effect: Jim Joseph has been awarded numerous accolades throughout his storied career, including Entrepreneur of the Year, Agency of the Year, Most Creative Agenc…

Audrey McClelland: Creating the Life You Want (and Deserve)

Audrey McClelland: Creating the Life You Want (and Deserve): Audrey McClelland wears many hats and has navigated her life and career with vision and trust, following her heart and gut. She began her career in New Y…

I am thankful for so many things, no butts about it!

I am thankful for so many things, no butts about it! EVERYDAY, before my feet touch the floor in the

morning and before my head hits the pillow at night, I thank God for the many blessings I have in my life.

I am grateful for my dysfunctional family that reminds me to Keep It Real. They've seen me before coffee. 

The dear friends that listen to me bitch about my dysfunctional family and sit through countless hours of my travel photos and tales from the road

The joy I feel when I travel to a new place, the opportunities I've had to see the world and break bread with incredible people. So, I raise my glass to the boss that fired me 8 years ago. His moment of insanity opened doors and windows I didn't even know were there!

My husband Ralph, (yes he does exist) who has encouraged me to reach for the stars and lifts me up when I can't quite reach them

A hilarious business partner, Rick Griffin who makes me laugh daily, makes me step out of my comfort zone, daring me to do things I didn't think possible

The amazing destinations I've been to that remind me how big the world is and that it doesn't revolve around me.

and YOU. Yes, You! You know who you are 

Looking forward to a stress free day, with no expectations, serving up heaping helpings of traditional fare in my pajamas with people who have seen me before coffee.

Yup. Keeping it Real. Happy Thanksgiving!

Interview with a Foodie – Sandi McKenna

Interview with a Foodie – Sandi McKenna

About Datz

They are omnivores — carnivorous, chocolate-loving, bacon-hoarding, wineauxs, beer geeks, curd nerds and yes, even vegetarians. They are shamelessly unapologetic flavor crusaders and Datz is their playground. An american gastropub and market dishing up regional comfort food favorites generously paired with boutique spirits, craft beer and wine. Served with ample sides of culinary education and entertainment in a spirited, ever-evolving environment.

Meet the MidLife Road Trip Co-Hosts, Travel Experts and Dream Weavers, Rick Griffin and Sandi McKenna

It's is our firm belief that travel is the perfect therapy for a midlife or any crisis no matter what your age. We're about encouraging people to live their dreams, daring to try what they always wanted to do, go where they have never been and experience all that the world has to offer.  Through food, travel and adventure we take them along for the ride, in the air, on the road or at sea. .  Whether it's something as extreme as skydiving or as simple as learning to cook your favorite meal, the Midlife Road Trip cast and crew are committed to making the most of life {YOLO: You Only Live Once} in a fun and entertaining way. Our co-hosts, Rick Griffin and Sandi McKenna met through mutual friends on Twitter where a simple conversation launched the adventure of a lifetime.

Rick Griffin

Atlanta, GA

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Rick is the founder/creator and co-host of the Midlife Road Trip.  After a life-threatening experience in 2004, Rick re-evaluated his priorities, sold his business and began to pursue his creative passions in travel, writing and video production.

In 2009 Rick developed the creative concept used for Budweiser's Designated Driver Campaign that premiered in the Tonight Show. Rick was the first place winner of XlantAds.com’s  "Searching for Love" webisode contest and of Poptent.Net’s  "Road Trip" contest. In 2010, Rick was selected as a featured panelist for BlogWorld 2010 in Las Vegas, selected for Princes Cruises "Follow Me At Sea" Twitter cruise, selected to attend the NASA shuttle launch and Tweetup, participated in the Mongol Rally and Rand McNally/USA Today's Best of the Road Rally.

Sandi McKenna

New Yorker living in Tampa, FL

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Sandi is the co-host of the Midlife Road Trip. Considered the Lois Lane of social media, Sandi's natural curiosity combined with 20+ years in marketing and entertainment public relations were the perfect training ground for the MidLife Road Trip.  Add to that a myriad of life experiences & her love of connecting with people everywhere and you get a recipe for laughter, the unexpected and a great time in any circumstance. 

With dogged determination and unstoppable spirit Sandi show's you that simply being ordinary can be an extraordinary experience. Sandi was selected to attend the NASA shuttle launch and Tweetup, Rand McNally/USA Today's Best of the Road Rally and named one of the Top 10 Travel Experts on Twitter.